Pray for Ukraine

Our material world is full of desires. None of them are innocent but some of them can harm others. The desire for power is the worst. The urge to have more and more power which can never be enough is a deadly force. I believe this is what drives those humans who choose to be politicians. Anyone can try to tell me their reasons to enter the black hole of power but in the end it kills everything you love.

I feel for every living being, every human. The Ukrainian Families deserve peace too. Everyone has their daily struggles but a war is a lot different. I believe the pandemic is enough to deal with. I can't imagine how hard it is in the Ukraine and in Russia. Because not all Russians agree with Mr.Putyin.

Governments are full of lies everywhere in this world. War happens where and when lies are told. As simple as that.

I am against any kind of war.

Your cheerful soul,

Kata The Nomad

Time To Move Out

Moving out of a rental flat has some stress over things like packing properly all the stuff you have /best moment to throw out the garbage, give away clothes, etc./, cleaning the rooms and the furniture, try all the electric devices /hopefully all working/, count your blessings that you won't forget something! I feel a little old for this but extremely relieved at the same time. I had my share of rental flats but this was the worst ever. Why? Because of the neighbors. Thinking about writing a book or a script about it when I am emotionally not involved anymore. I guess it's going to be the moment when I don't have to come back here. Sadly, it's going to be on Monday when I give back the keys to the landlord.

The weekend is going to be the move-out from here but most importantly the move into the new house. That is such a nice village-like place, peaceful, fresh air, big garden, three churches nearby, lakes and parks all over the town. The neighbors there are hopefully nice, we haven't met yet but the opportunity to separate me from them is the most precious. I can't stand the loud noises of others. I guess I'm a lone wolf as many of you might say. I can enjoy the company and I love to mingle at times but I need my base where I can hear the silence. To be one with Mother Nature.

Wish me luck, say a prayer for me if you can! Thank you! I need it today and on the weekend! .)

your soul friend,

Kata The Nomad Writer Photographer

Let's Talk About ...

... Monogamy. It's still an issue today (2022) and the thoughts differ about it, as usual. Not only do men think that it isn't healthy, but I also heard female opinions saying that one man for the rest of their life is not enough. Like many serious scientists, I had to discover how different age groups talk about this issue. Watching the average, the younger - the wilder. It's sad from every point of view. When I was a teenager I had school and family, no boyfriend (or girlfriend, for that matter). My Dad did his job well as a protector back then. Not saying it was easy to grow up like that, dealing with all the hormones alone but I managed. Now I am thankful for the wait, even in my 20s, I was a kid.

Now at the age of 37, I can decide for myself. Had my share of relationships (long-term and short), marriage, divorce. I am a believer in true love because I know how that works with my God. Faith has always been there for me, the connection between the Lord and me. We are like best friends, I have no shame before Him, He knows me too well for that. I feel perfectly secure, the soul who I truly am is in the right hands. The role who I play in this life also.

I hereby encourage you all to find one man or woman (or whoever you might prefer), and try to learn how to love them the right way! If you are doing it right, there won't be time - place - a circumstance for any other. Trust me on this! If you have faith in God then it all going to be easier.

your cheerful well-wisher soul,

Kata The Nomad Writer & Photographer

Forrest Gump is Here - delayed post

I simply can't imagine there is anyone in this world who doesn't love Tom Hanks. He is too sweet to handle and an unbelievably great actor, a kind human being, and a smart man. I enjoyed all his movies but 'Forrest Gump' has a special place. Was thrilled to hear that Mr.Hanks has teamed up with its creators again: writer Eric Roth and director Robert Zemeckis. Winning an Oscar or not, it is a part of cinematic history, and for sure they are about to give us another memorable piece: 'Here'. Looking forward to seeing it!

Fridays are usually traveling for me lately because I can't have my peace of mind in this rental flat. Wish me luck or pray for me to be able to relocate next week, finally! I understood that karma paid me a big visit but can it be somebody else now? Thank you, sincerely.

Vaccination. Still in the topics of nowadays. I believe each person can decide whether they need it or not. Call me crazy but I don't agree with forcing anyone to get the COVID-19 vaccination. There are even scientific opinions pro and contra. Life has proven us right and then wrong. Nobody can blame those who question the need for any vaccine. My way of human life is staying healthy by eating/drinking healthy. After 30 you have to focus on the healthy part a lot more. My immune system is pretty strong, thank you, God.

This is Monday now where I had a huge run to give away my used clothes, had to find places and people who might need them before the relocation begins! I am officially so excited to move out from this hell and move into a peaceful base from where I can travel around the globe or do what has to be done by me in this life. I am ready.

Have a great and expedient week everyone!

your cheerful soul,

Kata The Nomad Writer & Photographer

Karma Diplomat

Don't think it's news to anyone anymore but what you say or do creates waves. Good or bad karma is real. Your fate is what happens to you and your free will is how you react to it. 

I had one hell of a ride ever since this COVID-19 pandemic has begun. Did a relocation once (2020) but awfully failed with the high expectations (noisy rental flat with mean neighbors). Had no money, had no job - had to wait until things get better a little (2021). Now at the gate of another relocation (out of the city) which is going to lead me back to the path I have chosen before. I like solitude, it's natural to me to live like a nomad. I don't need much to be happy.

I've always been able to say the worst things in a way that others can find comfort in and more easily understand. I had to learn that even I can fail with my diplomatic skills. Karma/fate rewrote that.

2022 kicked me in my soul balls so far, yet I have faith in the spring. I know things are going to get better soon. I believe in God and His plan for me. There is a reason why I'm still alive.

Just asking you all to count to three before you say or do anything. Try it from today! I'm eager to hear from you in the comments, whether here or on my 2 Instagram pages: @katathenomad or @katathewriter !

your soul friend,

Kata The Nomad Writer Photographer

Somebody told me

Sometimes one song can cheer me up and change the mood of my whole day. The Killers can always do that. I just forget all the 'problems' giving me a hard time lately. It's good to know that some things won't ever change - music is going to be the key to the human heart forever. Whether it's this world or the other side - music will be there.

Plans - we make them, God allows or denies. Karma - we have it, only God can erase it. Destiny and free will, both exist but God has the final word. 

2022 - I was expecting more from your start! I had high hopes, now a bit disappointed but you still have a chance if the rest is going to rock my world around. I'm waiting, just do it already!

I'm officially addicted to 'Downton Abbey'. This show is hilarious and so warm in a way I've never thought British humor can touch me. My favorite characters? You have to guess!

Smile like you mean it - another great song from my fav band. Many people should do this, smile like they mean it. To me, people show their best part when they smile. Who or what makes them smile - that can tell everything.

Today just on short notice. Getting my fuel for a bigger shot.

your soul friend,

Kata The Nomad

Varāha's Blessings

What can purify one's heart? What are the dirty things within our hearts? Is there any material desire that can remain pure? What about love? Can love be both spiritual and material? Emotional, physical, and chemical love. When you can't explain the entire situation but the journey begins.

India and the Vedic way of human life have given us so much, including the story of Lord Varāhadeva. This made me think about being able to purify ourselves. We need blessings to be able to do that. It's happening naturally. We walk the path, we do what has to be done. We meet new people and their impression create waves. Some waves are doing good to us, others will try to drown us.

I believe in the famous 'everything happens for a reason'. Karma? Some of them, yes. Free will? Oh, that's part of it. Destiny sets up the map but free will draws the path of choice. You can't have one without the other.

Love is forever. A soul can't live without it. When we feel love for someone it's not easy to wait until the dream comes true. God knows what we can get and who we must be apart from. A human being starts with love. Is there unconditional love in this world? I hope so.

What do we want from this life? Love. Maybe not only but surely.

The love between us and God knows no limits. The love between humans can also try to portray that. The love between parents and children can come even closer. I have faith in God and in real love.

your cheerful romantic soul,

Kata The Nomad

Jurassic Marathon & VAWA

The 'Jurassic World Dominion' trailer is here! I just did a Jurassic Movie Marathon last weekend of the 3 'Jurassic Park' films and the 2 'Jurassic World' ones! It was awesome, took me back to childhood. We were watching them with my little brother, imagining how we would save the dinosaurs. Never was a question which team we are in. I hereby must adore the original three: Laura Dern, Sam Neill, and Jeff Goldblum! They made the original series so much more than a visual effects orgy. I am so happy that they are going to return in the final episode. I also have to praise the chemistry and funny cat & mouse game of Bryce Dallas Howard and Chris Pratt. Looking forward to meeting the new faces!

I like what Angelina Jolie does for women. She spoke in front of Senate in Washington D.C., to voice her support for domestic abuse victims. Angelina urged the Senate to renew the Violence Against Women Act. You can read many articles about it online, I did the statement by President Biden on the Introduction of the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2022. I believe we - women - all had our share of violence or abuse against us. We are survivors of our own era. We must never be silent about it. I agree that legal and social burdens must be removed from the survivors. Human life has to be more than just getting through. This is important to share and discuss. I'm supporting rape prevention and rape crisis centers, going to combat domestic violence as long as I breathe.

your soul friend,

Kata The Nomad

Dreaming Einstein

Dreaming is good for you. Do you agree? As I heard, most of us think that dreams are unimportant, but 'recent' studies showed me that they might be much more important than we have ever thought. Are you trying hard to remember them or is it the easiest for you to recall? I'm a colorful dreamer who usually remembers the visions, feelings from the night /or dawn/.

In my way of human life, the best method to understand my dreams is to know what am I trying to solve in my daily life. What do I want the most? What am I worried or excited about the most? These people and things are coming back to me in my dreams. Sometimes the puzzle gets so complicated, the feelings are there for the taking - I have to be brave and face them. Challenges are what I'm getting up for.

Scientists tell us that our brainpower - and usage of our brain - can improve with practice, but some people are born geniuses. /Like Einstein and me, hehe./ The society hardly notices them, yet all they do is good - for everybody. New and strange is the key. Be who you were born to be! Now is the time! In high school, I did specialize in Physics, coincidence? Hardly. 

your cheerful joker soul,

Kata The Nomad

Surya Narayana सूर्य नारायण

To me the Sun also has a personality. The Vedic teachings tell us who is Surya Narayana - the Sun God. More from other devotees: 

"Vedas reiterate that Sun God is the soul of all. He protects the world through his rays. Atharv-Veda (2.3.14) states that he annihilate the darkness; he is bestower of happiness. He is carried by the horse of the name ‘sapta’ and so he is called ‘saptsati’. Manu Smriti (1.8.9) states that he is fully golden and carries this Brahmandam in his stomach."

The Vedic Indian wisdom and way of life tells us what is the meaning of each day in our human life. Today is Surya Narayana Day - day of the Sun God. This means that we should offer something we can in respect of Surya Narayana who brings light, warmth, heat, ray of hope into this world. I believe we won't be able to live without the Sun. My faith has one center - one God, yet I do respect and love His many forms and incarnations. My way of life is acceptance. I have many celebrations through a year and that's just wonderful, thanks to Vedic culture.

What or who is the Sun of your life?

Took me a week this time to heal from COVID. Now I am not fully healthy but getting back at it, thanks to my God.

I love to walk in the sunshine, swim in the rays of Surya Narayana.

your Vedic believer soul friend,

Kata The Nomad Writer Photographer